CAR TYRES

..all you need to know about car tyres for safe driving, Four small patches of rubber each about the size of your hand are the only parts of the car in direct contact with the road so having the right tyres, in good condition and correctly inflated is very important for your safety. Regular checks and maintenance help to make tyres last longer, and keep you on the right side of the law.

Tyre life and age How can you make your tyres last longer?

Running a car is already expensive, so you want to make your money go as far as you can and avoid unexpected bills. Looking after your tyres is a good place to start - you would hope to get a minimum of 20,000 miles out of front tyres on a front-wheel-drive car, and double that for rear tyres although we recommend moving worn rear tyres to the front when the fronts wear out. Tyres have to meet a lot of different, and sometimes conflicting, requirements. Tyres designed for long life are made from harder compounds, but these may make more noise. Tread pattern can affect noise too. Tyres made from softer compounds will give a quieter ride but will wear out more quickly. First fit (original equipment) tyres often last longer than replacements.